On This Day During the 80s
Travel back through the 1980s and discover what happened on this day in music, movies, television, pop culture and more.
494 On This Day Articles
On This Day November 24 1987 – Keith Sweat Released the Album Make It Last Forever
On this day November 24 1987 Keith Sweat released the album Make It Last Forever . The record delivered a smooth and influential blend of late 80s R&B built around rich production, emotional delivery, and a confident new sound that helped shape the rise of
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On This Day November 22 1987 – Two Chicago TV Stations Were Hijacked by a Pirate Dressed like Max Headroom
On this day November 22 1987 two Chicago TV stations were hijacked by a broadcast intruder dressed like Max Headroom. The bizarre interruption shocked viewers as the pirate broke into regular programming with distorted audio, chaotic movement, and the unmistakable look of the digital themed
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On This Day November 20 1987 – Date with an Angel Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 20 1987 Date with an Angel premiered in theaters. The film delivered a lighthearted fantasy comedy built around an unexpected encounter between an ordinary young man and a mysterious angel who suddenly enters his life. Its playful tone, romantic charm, and
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On This Day November 20 1987 – Sign o’ the Times Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 20 1987 Sign o’ the Times premiered in theaters. The concert film captured Prince at a defining moment in his career as he delivered high energy performances, expressive musicianship, and the bold visual style that shaped his late 80s presence. Its
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On This Day November 20 1987 – Teen Wolf Too Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 20 1987 Teen Wolf Too premiered in theaters. The film continued the lighthearted comedic approach of the original as it followed a new character discovering the same unexpected werewolf abilities. Its playful tone, college setting, and upbeat humor reflected the late
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On This Day November 20 1987 – Flowers in the Attic Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 20 1987 Flowers in the Attic premiered in theaters. The film brought the dark and unsettling story of the Dollanganger children to the screen, capturing themes of confinement, secrecy, and emotional turmoil. Its tense atmosphere and dramatic tone reflected the late
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On This Day November 17 1987 – You Can Dance by Madonna Was Released
On this day November 17 1987, Madonna released You Can Dance , a remix album that brought new life to her biggest hits and showcased her growing influence on dance and club culture. The album blended extended mixes, fresh arrangements, and nonstop energy, creating a
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On This Day November 16 1987 – The Sisters of Mercy Released Floodland
On this day November 16 1987, The Sisters of Mercy released Floodland , a dark and atmospheric masterpiece that became one of the defining albums of the gothic rock movement. After internal band tensions left frontman Andrew Eldritch working largely alone, the result was a
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On This Day November 16 1987 – Rick Astley Released His Debut Album Whenever You Need Somebody
On this day November 16 1987, Rick Astley released his debut album Whenever You Need Somebody introducing the world to one of the most distinctive voices of the decade. Backed by the production team Stock Aitken Waterman, the album delivered polished pop melodies and infectious
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On This Day November 13 1987 – Hope and Glory Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 13 1987, Hope and Glory premiered in theaters, offering a heartfelt and humorous look at life in London during World War II through the eyes of a young boy. Written and directed by John Boorman, the film balanced the hardship of
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On This Day November 13 1987 – Cross My Heart Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 13 1987, Cross My Heart premiered in theaters, bringing a romantic comedy twist to the awkward and unpredictable world of first dates. Starring Martin Short and Annette O’Toole, the film followed two people on their third date as they try to
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On This Day November 13 1987 – The Running Man Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 13 1987, The Running Man premiered in theaters, bringing audiences a futuristic action thriller filled with excitement, dark humor, and social commentary. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, the movie takes place in a dystopian future where prisoners are forced to compete for survival
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On This Day November 11 1987 – Final Episode of The Transformers Aired in Syndication
On this day November 11 1987, the final episode of The Transformers aired in syndication, closing out one of the most iconic animated series of the 1980s. The show had captured the imaginations of millions of children with its epic battles between the heroic Autobots
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On This Day November 10 1987 – Neil Diamond Released Hot August Night II
On this day November 10 1987, Neil Diamond released Hot August Night II , a live album that captured the magic, emotion, and energy of his legendary performances. Recorded fifteen years after his first Hot August Night album, this collection brought fans back to the
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On This Day November 10 1987 – Cher Released Her Self Titled Album Cher
On this day November 10 1987, Cher released her self titled album Cher , marking her powerful return to the pop rock scene after a few years away from music. The record introduced a bold new sound that blended rock, pop, and power ballads, reflecting
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On This Day November 9 1987 – Candlemass Released Nightfall
On this day November 9 1987, Swedish metal band Candlemass released their second studio album Nightfall , a monumental record that helped define the sound and atmosphere of epic doom metal. Building on the foundation of their debut Epicus Doomicus Metallicus, the band expanded their
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On This Day November 9 1987 – Eurythmics Released Savage
On this day November 9 1987, Eurythmics released their sixth studio album Savage , a bold and experimental work that pushed the duo into darker and more artistic territory. After exploring a more traditional pop sound on their previous release Revenge, Annie Lennox and Dave
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On This Day November 7 1987 – Final Episode Of Everythings Relative Aired On CBS
On this day November 7 1987, the final episode of Everythings Relative aired on CBS, bringing an end to the short lived sitcom that explored family dynamics and sibling relationships with humor and heart. The show focused on the lives of two brothers with opposite
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On This Day November 7 1987 – Sable Premiered On ABC
On this day November 7 1987, Sable premiered on ABC, bringing comic book style action and intrigue to television screens across America. Based on the character from the First Comics series Jon Sable: Freelance by Mike Grell, the show followed a crime fighting vigilante who
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On This Day November 7 1987 – Final Episode Of Teen Wolf Aired On CBS
On this day November 7 1987, the final episode of Teen Wolf aired on CBS, ending the animated series based on the hit 1985 movie. The show followed Scott Howard, an ordinary teenager dealing with high school life while managing the not so ordinary challenge
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On This Day November 7 1987 – Final Episode Of Leg Work Aired On CBS
On this day November 7 1987, the final episode of Leg Work aired on CBS, closing out the short lived detective drama that followed a former assistant district attorney who became a private investigator in New York City. The show combined mystery, humor, and action
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On This Day November 7 1987 – David Sylvian Released Secrets Of The Beehive
On this day November 7 1987, David Sylvian released Secrets Of The Beehive , a beautifully introspective album that showcased his artistry through atmospheric arrangements and poetic lyricism. The record marked a departure from his earlier experimental work, favoring a more minimalist and emotional sound.
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On This Day November 7 1987 – Venom Released Calm Before The Storm
On this day November 7 1987, Venom released Calm Before The Storm , their fifth studio album and a turning point in the band’s evolution. Known for pioneering extreme metal, Venom shifted toward a cleaner sound on this record while still maintaining their aggressive energy
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On This Day November 7 1987 – I Think Were Alone Now By Tiffany Became The Number 1 Song In America
On this day November 7 1987, Tiffany’s energetic remake of I Think Were Alone Now reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making the teenage singer one of the youngest artists ever to top the chart. Her version reimagined the 1960s classic with a
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